Cloning Windows/XP

Steps to take

• Remove system to clone from domain

Sysprep

sysprep is needed to ensure uniqueness of SID ( Security IDentifier). If these are duplicated only one system would be able to join a domain. Another solution is using SID changer.

Links

• Windows XP Cloning or Universal system installation
• Deploying Windows XP Using Windows Product Activation
• Introduction to cloning a Windows NT, Windows 2000, or Windows XP computer
• Using sysprep